The Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) inaugurated the second edition of the New Delhi World Para Athletics Grand Prix on March 10, 2026, at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. The three-day event (March 11-13) brought together 257 athletes from eight nations including India, Nepal, Bhutan, Hong Kong, Serbia, Bosnia, Egypt and Neutral Para Athletes. India fielded the largest contingent of 219 athletes across multiple classifications. The event offered international classification opportunities across the impairment groups — 39 for physical impairments, 29 for vision impairments and 6 for intellectual impairments — with competition events listed separately in the official result sheets. Paris 2024 medallists Sumit Antil, Praveen Kumar and Mariyappan Thangavelu were among the star participants. India topped the medals tally with 208 medals — 75 gold, 69 silver and 64 bronze.
World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026 Inaugurated in New Delhi; India Fields 219 Athletes
India topped World Para Athletics GP 2026 in New Delhi with 208 medals (75 gold); 257 athletes from 8 nations competed.
Key facts
- PCI inaugurated the second edition of New Delhi World Para Athletics Grand Prix on March 10, 2026 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.
- The three-day event (March 11-13) featured 257 athletes from eight nations including India, Nepal, Bhutan, Hong Kong, Serbia, Bosnia, Egypt, and Neutral Para Athletes.
- India fielded the largest contingent of 219 athletes; international classification opportunities were offered across physical, vision, and intellectual impairment groups.
- Paris 2024 medallists Sumit Antil, Praveen Kumar, and Mariyappan Thangavelu were among star participants.
- India topped the medals tally with 208 medals — 75 gold, 69 silver, and 64 bronze.
Mains angle
Q: Evaluate India's performance and organisational role at the second New Delhi World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026 for advancing Indian para-sports and inclusive excellence.
Answer (50 words):
The Paralympic Committee inaugurated the second New Delhi World Para Athletics Grand Prix on March 10, 2026 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. 257 athletes from eight nations competed across 74 events (March 11-13). India fielded 219 athletes, Paris 2024 champions Sumit Antil, Praveen Kumar and Mariyappan Thangavelu featured, topping with 208 medals.
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Frequently asked questions
How many medals did India win at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026 in New Delhi and who were the star athletes?
India topped the medals tally at the **New Delhi World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026** with **208 medals — 75 gold, 69 silver, and 64 bronze**. Paris 2024 gold medallists **Sumit Antil, Praveen Kumar, and Mariyappan Thangavelu** were among the star participants. India fielded the largest contingent of **219 athletes** across multiple classification categories.
When and where was the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026 held and who inaugurated it?
The **Paralympic Committee of India (PCI)** inaugurated the **second edition of the New Delhi World Para Athletics Grand Prix** on **March 10, 2026**, at **Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi**. The three-day event ran from **March 11-13, 2026**, featuring **257 athletes from 8 nations** including India, Nepal, Bhutan, Hong Kong, Serbia, Bosnia, Egypt, and Neutral Para Athletes.
How many athletes and nations participated in the World Para Athletics Grand Prix New Delhi 2026?
The **New Delhi World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026** featured **257 athletes from 8 nations**: India, Nepal, Bhutan, Hong Kong, Serbia, Bosnia, Egypt, and Neutral Para Athletes. **India** fielded the **largest contingent of 219 athletes**. The event included **74 events** — 39 for physical impairments, 29 for vision impairments, and 6 for intellectual impairments.
Who are Sumit Antil, Praveen Kumar, and Mariyappan Thangavelu and why did they participate in the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026?
**Sumit Antil, Praveen Kumar, and Mariyappan Thangavelu** are **Paris 2024 Paralympic gold medallists** who participated in the **New Delhi World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026** (March 11-13, 2026). India won **208 medals** (75 gold, 69 silver, 64 bronze), topping the medals tally. India fielded **219 athletes** at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.
What types of events were held at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix New Delhi 2026 and how many total events were there?
The **New Delhi World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026** (March 11-13, 2026) featured **74 events** divided across: **39 events for physical impairments**, **29 for vision impairments**, and **6 for intellectual impairments**. India topped the tally with **208 medals (75 gold, 69 silver, 64 bronze)** among **257 athletes from 8 nations**.
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